Aide - Specialist - Color Guard **2026-2027 School Year**

Specialist

• Color Guard Job Description JOB TITLE: Specialist
• Color Guard DATE REVISED: November 17, 2024 REPORTS TO: Head Band Director DEPARTMENT/CAMPUS: Assigned Campus PAY GRADE/DUTY DAYS: EA6, 184 FLSA: Non-Exempt JOB PURPOSE SUMMARY: The Color Guard Specialist provides instruction and support for the color guard program under the guidance of the Band Director. This role involves teaching skills in equipment and movement, coordinating uniform and equipment design, organizing rehearsals, and ensuring color guard members meet high performance standards. The Color Guard Specialist plays a key role in supporting students, preparing for performances, and upholding the program's competitive standards. KEY FUNCTIONS, ESSENTIAL DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Instructional Support and Rehearsal Management: 1. Teach color guard classes and provide individual or small-group instruction to build proficiency in equipment handling and movement techniques. 2. Conduct sectionals and extra rehearsals as needed to ensure color guard performance readiness and alignment with band expectations. 3. Assist with rehearsals during and outside of the school day, adhering to UIL guidelines and supporting the band program's broader goals. Program and Performance Coordination: 1. Coordinate the design and selection of color guard uniforms and equipment in collaboration with the Band Director, ensuring visual alignment with the band program. 2. Support the Band Director in planning and designing marching shows, routines, and other performances, contributing creative input to enhance program quality. 3. Participate in recruiting and tryouts, developing literature, conducting training sessions, and evaluating candidates to build a successful color guard team. Administrative and Organizational Support: 1. Assist with maintaining accurate records, including attendance, assessment data, and other documentation as directed by the Band Director. 2. Communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents, maintaining confidentiality in accordance with district policies. 3. Organize and manage color guard equipment and supplies, ensuring materials are accessible, well-maintained, and ready for performances. 1

Specialist

• Color Guard Job Description General: 1. Consistently support the District's Shared Vision, Mission, and Promise2Purpose. 2. Demonstrate proficiency in relevant software for attendance, communication, and event planning tasks. 3. Perform other duties as assigned by the Band Director, adapting to the dynamic needs of the color guard program. MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma or GED equivalent required Extensive experience with color guard, including equipment and movement instruction CORE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: . Instructional Expertise : Proficient in teaching color guard techniques, including equipment and movement skills. Event Coordination : Skilled in planning and organizing rehearsals and performances to ensure efficient and successful execution. Communication : Clear verbal and written communication skills, especially in guiding students and coordinating with the Band Director. Adaptability : Adjusts to changing schedules, seasonal demands, and after-school, evening, and weekend commitments as needed. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS: This role requires physical stamina, including frequent standing, walking, and handling of color guard equipment. The position involves extended hours during competition and marching seasons, including after-school, evening, and occasional weekend commitments. Work includes both indoor and outdoor environments, with district-wide and regional travel as needed. EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: My signature below acknowledges that I have received and read my job description, and that I understand the scope, essential job duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities, and working environment that apply to my job. I further acknowledge that I can safely and effectively perform the essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation, and in accordance with the policies, procedures, expectations, and standards of the District. Employee Printed Name: ____ Employee ID Number: Employee Signature: ___ Date: _ 2